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Minerva SA Minerva 49 Movement Specifications, Beat Rate & Dimensions

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Technical Caliber Datasheet

ManufacturerMinerva SA
Caliber ReferenceMinerva 49
Movement TypeManual
Diameter (Lignes)—
Diameter (mm)24.0 mm
Height / Thickness4.5 mm
Jewel Count17 Jewels
Beat Rate / Frequency18,000 BPH
Lift Angle51°
Power Reserve38 hours
EscapementSwiss Lever
Production Period1955

Historical & Mechanical Notes

The Minerva SA Minerva 49 is a celebrated example of vintage precision engineering. Featuring 17 jewels and operating at 18,000 BPH, surviving examples are prized by collectors and restorers. For further technical reference on vintage watch movements, consult the PuristsPro horological discussions.

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